Since 2014, Formula 1 has been in a state of equilibrium, with Mercedes in full control. But these past four exciting races suggest that equilibrium is shifting. Read full article
3 commentsArchive — Honda Racing
The more things change, the more they stay the same — Why power units don’t have too much influence in F1
For all the intrigue, the evidence of winter testing and the first race of the season actually suggests that not much has changed in F1’s pecking order. This shows how the influence of power units over a team’s performance has been grossly overstated. Read full article
2 commentsMajor woes for McLaren and Williams show their inability to learn lessons from the past 15 years
McLaren and Williams have yet again had a difficult start to a season, reflecting a lack of performance for both teams that can be traced back 15 years. But while McLaren attract the headlines, the situation for Williams seems more dire. Read full article
3 commentsToro Rosso’s proactive attempt to make working with Honda work
Innuendo about the difficulty of working with Japanese firms constantly surrounds Honda. But perhaps the pragmatic Toro Rosso team can make the relationship work. Read full article
CommentFrederic Vasseur cancelled Sauber Honda F1 deal on first day as boss
Frederic Vasseur cancelled Sauber Honda F1 deal on first day as boss
I joined on July 17 at 9am, and the meeting [about Honda] was at 10am.
That’s what you call getting on with the job.
Brendon Hartley’s Toro Rosso call-up exposes the truth about Red Bull’s driver programme
Red Bull have been unprepared for Carlos Sainz's departure, even though it has been telegraphed for months. For all the hype, Red Bull's driver programme is remarkably thin on F1 talent. Read full article
4 commentsI watched my first Indianapolis 500 and I was blown away
The Indy 500 was a thrilling spectacle. But its history holds a cautionary tale for Formula 1, which faces a crossroads. Read full article
2 commentsF1 in 2015: A dull season with one bright spark and three enigmas
It has not been an exciting season. But there were a few things that caught my attention -- and some mysteries surrounding certain drivers. Read full article
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